Sohawan
Sohawan is a village located in Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Lawaloung. Lawaloung is the sub-district headquarter of Sohawan village. As per 2009 stats, Lawalong is the gram panchayat of Sohawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohawan unique in its vibrant Lawalaung-Chatra region. You’ll see Sohawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sohawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohawan is 348602. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825404. Lawalaung is nearest town to Sohawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sohawan
Population of Sohawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sohawan has a total population of about 247, with approximately 125 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.77%, with male literacy at about 36.80% and female literacy near 24.59%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 125 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 79 | 92 |
Connectivity of Sohawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sohawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohawan
- Where is Sohawan located?
- Sohawan village is situated in Lawalaung Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohawan is Lawalong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohawan?
- The pincode of Sohawan is 825404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohawan is 247, with 125 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Sohawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohawan village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohawan is 30.77%. The male literacy rate is 36.80%, while the female literacy rate is 24.59%.